Why So Much Pain in Perimenopause & Menopause?

If you’re in your 40s or 50s and suddenly dealing with hip or shoulder pain, especially things like gluteal tendon pain or rotator cuff issues, you’re not alone. And honestly, sometimes these changes can begin in mid to late 30s for some women. Many women I see in my clinic don’t expect it: they come …

Three Simple Habits That Can Help Prevent Back Pain

Back pain is unfortunately so common that most people will experience it at least once in their life. There are many reasons that one can experience back pain, but sometimes it is simply because we are not doing enough activities. Back pain is one of those things that sneaks up on most of us at …

Menopause & Osteoporosis

May is Osteoporosis Awareness MonthLet’s talk about something we don’t talk about enough: osteoporosis — especially during and after menopause. Many women do not realize that it is never too early to start preparing your body for menopause, and that the choices made in their twenties and thirties can impact their future health. But don’t …

Women Are More Prone to Plantar Fasciitis: Pregnancy & Menopause

Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, affects millions of people worldwide, but women are at a notably higher risk than men. This disparity arises from a combination of biological, structural, and lifestyle factors. There is also evidence supporting the role that hormonal changes can play in developing plantar fasciitis. Let’s dive into why …

The Role of Physical Therapy in Supporting Breastfeeding Moms

Both the World Health Organization and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that breastfeeding occur for at least the first 2 years of life. For the first, 6 months of life exclusive breastfeeding is recommended prior to the introduction of solid foods. Unfortunately, a lot of women cease their breastfeeding journey prior to the 6 month …

3 Tips to avoid injuries

It is the time of year where people are still focused on their new year’s resolutions and one of the most common resolutions is related to exercise. This is the time of year where people begin to focus on weight loss and improving their overall health and getting their body summertime fine. It is also …